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Dec 11, 2010 | 05:09 PM

blueovalmann

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4x4 problem

i have an 06 xlt with automatic hubs. I turn the **** to put it in 4wheel drive and nothing. I dont hear anything but when i start the truck the lights turn on on the dash please help

Dec 11, 2010 | 08:25 PM

danorules

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i don't understand what the problem is? we need more info

Dec 12, 2010 | 11:02 AM

blueovalmann

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The truck doesnt go into 4wheel drive when i go from 2h to 4h and the light on the dash does not come on. When i start the truck the lights come on, on the dash so the bulb isnt burnt out. I dont hear the 4wheel drive kick in at all. No noises are made when i turn 4wd on. Hopefully that helps

Dec 12, 2010 | 11:29 AM

danorules

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give this a look. i think it will help.

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/8...then-some.html

Dec 12, 2010 | 02:59 PM

60DRB

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From what others have posted, that sounds like the actuator motor on the transfer case is sticking/malfunctioning. Most try to unstick it by tapping on the actuator motor with something non-metalic, like a wooden hammer handle. A similar situation/procedure as when a starter solenoid is sticking... The motors are prone to siezing when not used regularly.

Dec 13, 2010 | 05:51 PM

blueovalmann

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thank you so much i tapped on it and it started working everytime i turned it on. is there anything i have to do to keep this from happening again?

Dec 13, 2010 | 06:32 PM

fordman19762003

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you might want to think about getting a new shift motor, once they get to the point that you have to tap them to get them to work they are usually one their way out.